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Fasteners and fixings to fix the construction crisis
Vincent Matthews, marketing manager at SFS, discusses how fasteners and fixings can raise productivity once again and help keep construction work on track.
4 construction industry trends gaining traction in 2019
This post by bathroom specialists, Jaquar, will explore the top established construction trends of last year that are continuing to gain traction and influence the construction industry in 2019.
BMHT to build 2,708 new homes by 2029
The Birmingham Municipal Housing Trust (BMHT), the council's housebuilding division, has published plans to build 2,708 new homes by 2029.
Date set for statutory consultation on Heathrow expansion
Heathrow has announced that its statutory 12 and a half-week consultation on its expansion plans will launch on 18 June.
Change in Building Regulations could cost millions if not followed
New fire protection regulations are now in force. Jon Pagan, director of fire safety engineering at FIA, looks at what they mean for the construction industry
Building Regulations: Why they’re no longer fit for purpose
Adrian Judd, director of Steico, argues Building Regulations need to tighten up so that we build healthy buildings.
Plumstead Church congregation rejoices at triumphant secondary glazing
Selectaglaze detail the glazing installation at St Michael's church in London, which is now benifitting with noise reduction and insulation.
Pre-panelised systems stay ahead of the residential game
Ben Gallimore, technical manager at voestalpine Metsec, looks at pre-panelised framing systems, which offer fast, efficient construction without sacrificing quality.
SFS’s New Soter™ II Fall Protection System
Fall protection equipment specialist SFS has redeveloped its class-leading fall arrest and work restraint solution with the new Soter™ II.
Contractor found guilty for illegal removal of asbestos
An Oldham building contractor has been fined following the illegal removal of asbestos during a garage conversion.
Efficiency boost for local housebuilders
Spantherm is an innovative ground floor system from Creagh Concrete that is being adopted by a growing number of local housebuilders.
Energy efficient modular buildings
For modular buildings to be energy efficient, healthy and moisture-free what is required is a holistic approach that manages the balance of Heat, Air, Moisture Movement (HAMM).
£11m funding boost for modular homes in London
The Mayor of London, Sadiq Khan, is investing £11m into temporary modular homes to help homeless families in the capital.
Prefabrication: The key to unlocking affordable housing?
Given the current housing crisis and the declining number of skilled workers available to work on large-scale construction projects, an investment in modular housing could offer a cheaper and quicker alternative to traditionally-built homes.
Freelance construction workers earnings up 8.1%
Weekly earnings for freelance tradespeople in the construction sector continued to grow last month, according to latest figures released by Hudson Contract.
Survey reveals new build homeowner satisfaction
Almost 9 in 10 (88%) new build homeowners and three-quarters (76%) of UK adults want ‘snagging retention’, a system to withhold funds to housebuilders until they rectify faults.
A West London Historic Palace receives the Selectaglaze treatment
Selectaglaze discuss how their products have been utilised in one of London's historic palaces on the banks of the river Thames.
Schools nationwide to be refurbished thanks to £1.4bn funding
Schools across England are to benefit from investment of over £1.4bn in buildings and facilities over the coming financial year
FIS and SCI to launch steel framing system guide
FIS and the Steel Construction Institute (SCI) is to launch the much-awaited Steel Framing System (SFS) guide on 16 May.
Making the most of recycled construction waste
The building industry produces a vast amount of construction waste. Premier Guarantee explores some of the waste in the construction industry and how it can be recycled and reused.
Construction businesses sign open letter to provide economic growth
Twenty-three of the UK’s most influential built environment businesses have signed an open letter to the Chancellor of the Exchequer asking for the Environment Bill to provide the foundation for economic growth.
Glasgow School of Art fires call for public inquiry
The circumstances surrounding the two fires at the Glasgow School of Art’s Mackintosh Building should be the subject of a public inquiry, says government committee.
Stylish conversion of three Listed buildings are up for an award
Selectaglaze discuss the recent conversion of listed buildings in Berkshire, reinstating some original designs to return the property to it's former glory.
Innovative housing in Wales gets £35m boost
Welsh Housing and Local Government Minister Julie James is to announce £35m of funding for innovative housing projects in Wales this year.
Trade body issues final call for specialist construction programme
Applications for the Property Care Association’s NVQ Level 2 diploma in Insulation and Building Treatments (Wood Preserving and Damp Proofing) close in March.
Concrete offsite solutions provide versatility and sustainability
Precast concrete is virtually unlimited in its application including the entire structure or selected elements such as frame, floors, walls, stairs or balconies.